Vietnamese Party, State leaders send congratulations to Cambodia on Independence Day
The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee sent a congratulatory message to the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) Central Committee, while Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong sent flower baskets to King Norodom Sihamoni and CPP President Samdech Techo Hun Sen on Cambodia’s 69th Independence Day on November 9.
Celebrating the 69th Independence Day in Cambodia (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - The Communist Party of Vietnam(CPV) Central Committee sent a congratulatory message to the CambodianPeople’s Party (CPP) Central Committee, while Party General Secretary NguyenPhu Trong sent flower baskets to King Norodom Sihamoni and CPP President Samdech Techo HunSen on Cambodia’s 69th Independence Day on November 9.
On the occasion, President Nguyen Xuan Phuc sent a letter ofcongratulations to King Norodom Sihamoni, while Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh extended his greetings to Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen.
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue also extended his congratulations to President of the Cambodian Senate Samdech Say Chhum andPresident of the Cambodian National Assembly Samdech Heng Samrin.
In these congratulatory messages and letters, the CPVCentral Committee and senior leaders of Vietnam lauded key achievements thatCambodia has reaped in the past nearly seven decades as well as the country’seffective COVID-19 control, positive outcomes in socio-economic recovery and development, and successful organisation of commune/ ward council elections in June this year.
The Vietnamese leader also highly appreciated Cambodia'srole and important contributions as the Chair of the Association ofSoutheast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly(AIPA) in 2022, serving the building of a peaceful, stable and prosperous ASEANCommunity.
They believed that Cambodian people will obtain new andgreater achievements in the cause of national safeguarding, construction anddevelopment.
Expressing their delight at the growth of the nations’ good neighbourliness,traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation and long-term stability, the CPVCentral Committee and senior leaders said the sides have well coordinatedactivities in the Vietnam-Cambodia and Cambodia-Vietnam friendship year to markthe 55th anniversary of their diplomatic relations.
Vietnam will work with Cambodia in protecting, preservingand nurturing the bilateral relationship in order to bring benefits to theirpeople, for peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and theworld, they remarked.
On the occasion, Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui ThanhSon sent a congratulatory letter to Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister andMinister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn./.
The traditional friendship and solidarity between Vietnam and Cambodia have been further strengthened since the two countries established diplomatic ties in June 1967.
Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung had a working session with Cambodian Minister of Post and Telecommunications Chea Vandeth in Phnom Penh on November 8, seeking ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the fields of post, telecommunications, and digital transformation.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 9 visited Cho Ray-Phnom Penh Hospital and Metfone, an affiliate of the Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group, which are considered symbols of the Vietnam-Cambodia partnership.
Vietnam and Cambodia on November 9 issued a joint statement on the occasion of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s two-day official visit to Cambodia, affirming the resolve to further consolidate and develop their friendship and cooperation in an increasingly substantive and effective manner.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received in Phnom Penh on November 9 Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Men Sam An, during which they agreed to enhance cooperation between localities, especially border ones, and promote people-to-people exchange.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
Celebrating the 69th Independence Day in Cambodia (Photo: VNA) 
